Alison Kirkpatrick
Piano Tuition in
Melbourne
BallaraT
Piano Tuition – Exam Preparation
Competition Preparation
Theory & Composition
Vocal & Instrumental Coaching
Scholarships – VCE Tuition
Development of Exceptional Abilities
Music Transcends all Cultures
She is available for lessons in Melbourne and Ballarat, Victoria wide and throughout Australia.
It goes without saying that the ultimate aim is to develop the potential of each student's musical ability to the fullest extent and to cultivate a joy in music making and confidence in performing.
Alison Kirkpatrick trains musically rounded students whose expressive capabilities are developed by a secure technique and complimentary skills.
Areas of Specialty include
Advanced & Concert level performance
VCE Solo & Group Performance
Music Investigations for VCE
Secondary & Primary school learning
Kindergarten students with potential
General Knowledge coaching for exams in all instruments
Aural training
Theory, Musicianship, Composition
Alison Kirkpatrick
Alison Kirkpatrick obtained two degrees in Music Education and Performance, graduating with first class honours in the latter.
Consequently Alison continued her studies at Manhattan School of Music in New York, graduating with a Master's degree. She continued performing in the U.S & teaching in New York before returning to Australia to establish her studio in Melbourne.
She is a performer for Solo Keyboard, Concerto playing, Chamber music and as a Collaborator with other performers
Alison is an Examiner and has conducted Masterclasses for students as well as Workshops for various teacher groups.
Alison's students have achieved much success in Ameb exams, including Distinctions for Diplomas. They have been awarded numerous prizes and awards in Eistedfodds and Premier's awards for VCE.
Alison Kirkpatrick pursues areas of interest related to performance practice on early instruments.
She has a special focus on the various possibilities of learning and pedagogy of exceptionally talented children.
Alison has a wealth of experience teaching and mentoring such students.
Online Learning
Alison Kirkpatrick has experience in conducting online piano lessons, finding them an effective learning tool.
She is available for consultations online throughout Melbourne, Ballarat, greater Victoria and Australia wide.
Teachers as well as students are welcome to contact her to arrange regular lessons or consultations.
Her philosophy is that musicians must adapt to a vastly altered environment related to teaching, learning and performing. She recognises the pros and cons of an increased use of technology.
Alison Kirkpatrick's students have been receiving instruction online and their progress and motivation has been excellent.
Her students have been gaining valuable experience in recording video performances, even participating in competitions and winning prizes successfully utilising this format.
Specific strategies have been developed and teaching skills expanded.
It is noteworthy that Alison's students continued their study via Facetime for the majority of 2020. Only 6 weeks of face to face lessons were possible at the end of the year, yet the student results were excellent.
High Distinctions for LMusA & AMusA
A+ for VCE Solo Performance
IB High Score
High Distinction & Honours for Fifth Grade Musicianship
High Distinction for LMusA Cello - preparation & coaching of General Knowledge
The Ballarat studio is located in Nerrina
Alison has extensive experience working with a wide range of piano students from the age of 4 years to Tertiary level. Please feel free to contact her for advice or to discuss her teaching styles. More than one method is utilised.
There are also opportunities for her students to interact with the piano students from the Melbourne studio.
A trial lesson can also be arranged.
South East Melbourne & Gippsland
Central & Western Victoria